School Age Teacher/Van Driver (Childcare)

Summary

Welcome to The Noble Academy, Inc.

The Noble Academy, Inc. is where we believe in "Success by Six" and "No Child Left Behind." Our mission is to honor God, enrich lives and to serve people in an excellent way. We promise Chesterfield & Richmond families a nurturing educational environment in which each child can acquire life-long skills and knowledge to make appropriate choices and become responsible citizens. We are located on 1.5 acres of land at 5000 Ridgedale Parkway in North Chesterfield, VA. With up to 104 students, from ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Our caring team is committed to your child's safety, fun, and education.

Duties

Teacher position must have 24 clock hours of training related to the care of children within 1 month after hire or promotion to be considered a Lead. If the person applying for this position wishes to be an assistant, you must have 16 hours of annual training hours 1 month after hire or promotion. The applicants applying for this position must be personable, reliable and child oriented. This position is part-time during school and full time during the summer. The person applying for this position must be available to work on days kids are out of school. This position could be a Full or Part-Time position. If you are applying for only part-time, we would need you for 4 hours a day Monday-Friday (2hrs am and 2hrs pm). Additional hours are available if the person we hire is flexible and desires Full Time hours. If the person for this position desires Full Time hours, this person must be comfortable working with any age group . You must also be willing to work at any compacity needed rather it is cleaning, cooking, and assisting with children.

Qualifications:

• Minimum age for this position is 18 years of age .
• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Six months experience working with children of a multi age group is required.
• Proof of a negative TB test.
• Certification in CPR/First Aid required within 30 days.
• Medication Administration Training (MAT) Certification may be required.
• Complete and maintain required trainings.
• Satisfactory completion of a criminal background check, Virginia State Police background check, and Child Protective Services check.

Essential Functions:

• Sustain the objective, image, and aspirations of the The Noble Academy, Inc.
• Uphold a professional work setting through character development by modeling the values of compassion, integrity, regard, and accountability.
• Lead in a way that expands our grounds to increase the organization of community through programs that converge on youth expansion, beneficial living, and community accountability.
• Remain directly in control of the guidance, behavior management and safety of an assigned group of students. Maintain sight and sound supervision.
• Keep correct attendance records and other records as assigned.
• Plan and clean up needed supplies and materials for daily activities.
• Actively participate in organized games and activities with your group of children.

Requirements

Candidates for this position must have Proven ability to work effectively and professionally with children, families, and adult staff. Demonstrated skills in effective communication, both written and verbal. Maintain safety and ensures the welfare of all enrolled children, supervision of children during all activities. Aid in the upkeep of appropriate standards for children's discipline and behavior standards using non-punitive methods. Day-to-day procedure; including maintaining a well-balanced and effective work environment.

Curriculum: planning, implementation, and documentation and evaluation such as arts and crafts, group time, science, indoor and outdoor games, snack and lunch, rest period as indicated by the Director. Lesson plans, curriculum plans, supply requests, etc., are completed on time. Develops and maintains professional relationships with classroom teachers, program co-workers, families, and other staff members. Attends all staff meetings and other work-related functions as required. Assists in sustaining and providing regular testing of emergency response plan. Continues to develop professional self. Able to lift 40 lbs. Other responsibilities as assigned.

The School Age Teacher/Van Driver position must have 24 clock hours of training related to the care of children within 1 month after hire or promotion to be considered a Lead. If the person applying for this position wishes to be an assistant, you must have 16 hours of annual training hours 1 month after hire or promotion. For this position you must have experience driving a 15-passenger van with young children (must have a good driving record with no major violations). This position could be a Full or Part-Time position. If you are applying for only part-time, we would need you for 4 hours a day Monday-Friday (2hrs am and 2hrs pm). Additional hours are available if the person we hire is flexible and desires Full Time hours. If the person for this position desires Full Time hours, this person must be comfortable working with any age group ( Will be a floater ) . You must also be willing to work at any compacity needed rather it is cleaning, cooking, and assisting with children.

For this position you must be able to pass a Criminal Background Check, Child Protective Services Background Check, and a Skin Tuberculosis test. Furthermore, for these positions it is required that the teacher must complete 13 hours of online training upon being hired . This training must be completed before you are able to start work. Reliable transportation is necessary, and you must truly desire to work with children in a childcare setting.

Nice To Haves

•  Individuals with an  associate degree in early childhood education or working towards one is preferred . However, this is not a requirement we will accept someone with documented experience.

Benefits

This job does not currently have benefits.

About Us

Since 2006, The Noble Academy, Inc. has been offering the highest quality Christian based education programs and child care services from children 6 weeks to 12 years old in the Richmond, VA and Chesterfield, VA areas.

Built on biblical principles, the team at The Noble Academy, Inc. is committed to ensuring each student and child is cared for with genuine faith-based care and taught a curriculum of the highest standing in excellence in education.

As a family owned child care and learning center, The Noble Academy, Inc. is proud to help develop and educate children to become responsible citizens. As a Christian based program, our teachers and care providers offer nothing but the most nurturing and genuine environment to ensure children feel safe and loved at any age, in any program.

In our journey to help children and guide them, we have goals that include, but are not limited to:

• Develop and enhance his/her faith and Christianity, Biblical Principles
• Increase and extend his/her ability
• Learn and express feelings and communicate in acceptable ways
• Become an effective member of a peer group
• Work cooperatively with others
• Understand and develop the necessary skills to be a responsible citizen
• Explore and experience new media of self-expression through art, music, physical education, and language
• Understand and develop the skills and faith to be a good Christian

Your child's development, including education, faith, Christianity, safety, and more, is the most important factor to The Noble Academy, Inc. staff.

We are dedicated to helping your child develop as a person. This includes helping them become a responsible citizen, loving family member and friend, educated member of society, and a good Christian.

Register your child for the upcoming school year or any time needed for child care services.